Irving Zimmer
Irving Zimmer passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 13, 2014.
He will be dearly missed by his devoted family, daughters Karen Zimmer and Kathy (Ray) Cafarelli, and granddaughters, Celina and Marlo Cafarelli. He was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Rose Zimmer, and his mother, Gizi Zimmer.
An audiologist by profession, he was known for his talents as a theater director, directing and acting and doing national commercials and corporate videos for more than 60 years. He was instrumental in founding the Island Players on Mercer Island and putting on Variety Shows at the MICC. Enjoying the performing arts right to the end, he attended the PNB ballet the day before he passed away.
He grew up in San Francisco, where he received his Masters Degree in Speech & Hearing and Drama at Stanford University. He served in the Army and Air Force in World War II. He was a compassionate, fun-loving man, taking an interest in people everywhere he traveled.
An avid reader, reading 5 books at a time, sailing and racing the boat he built, building and flying model airplanes, tending the gardens at home, vacationing yearly in Hawaii and taking trips to Europe, enjoying woodworking, holding musical Salons and play readings at his home are just some of the things he enjoyed.
The funeral was held on April 14th.
Remembrances can be made to the Kline Galland Home in Seattle in lieu of flowers.